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May 16, 2012 in Hair, Skincare by Denise Wild

There are the rare mornings that I awake from my slumber, head to the shower and after my initial glance in the mirror, decide that my hair looks pretty good. It’s slightly tousled, with a few flirty flicks in front and seems to have that illusive body that I can never attain on purpose. This is where the debate begins. To wash or not to wash?

Lately, Lulu Organics has been letting me drop the gavel on the ‘not to wash’ option. A few sprinkles of the all natural, organic hair powder at the roots and no one is the wiser that I skipped the ‘poo and blowdry routine. Saving me time and an early morning internal debate.

GS Approved: The obvious con to a day of unwashed hair is not only the potential of that initial morning bounce to turn on you and flatten out by mid-morning, but that not-so-fresh hair smell. Lulu Organics Lavender and Clary Sage Hair Powder trades musty for mmm… marvelous.

Inspiration: Dry Shampoo has been around for ages. Well, since the 18th century, at least. Members of the high court of Versailles sported elaborate poufs made of real hair, which were powdered to give them a violet, blue, pink or yellow tint. It seems the look may never meet the same end as Marie Antoinette, as pastel poufs were spotted on the Spring 2012 runways, like this one from Thakoon.

Beauty Editor: Andrea Victory

May 15, 2012 in Hair by Denise Wild

With warmer weather just around the corner we look to lightening up our routines. Whether it’s eating less, wearing sheer makeup or throwing hair off my face this is the time of year when routines get an overhaul. This season hair is fresher and effortless like a loose messy pony tail or lived in waves you can achieve this look without a lot of heavy products. Try Pantene Pro-V Aqua Light Weightless Conditioning Shake for a laid back and natural look. This dual phase formula contains lightweight conditioning ingredients and polymers to enhance hair’s manageability.

GS Approved: Sam McKnight the Pantene Pro-V Global Brand Ambassador created standout hair looks for Blumarine and DSQAURED2. The looks he created started with the Pantene Pro-V Aqua Light collection.

Inspiration: This rock and roll chic look from the DSQUARED2 Spring 2012 runway show is full of texture but has that “lived-in” look that is so effortless and cool.

Editor’s Note: This product provides optimum nourishment for your tresses and also protects them from heat so you can still use your blow dryer – effortless doesn’t mean messy! Use on damp hair to protect and detangle and get it ready for styling.

Beauty Editor: Elaine Atkins

April 4, 2012 in Hair by Denise Wild

No one wants flat limp hair! Volume and body is where it’s at right? We’ve all heard how collagen can plump up our skin for that youthful glow so why not use collagen to add volume to our hair? L’Oreal Paris has a new Hair Expertise Volume Collagen hair care line and their Body Boost Root Lifting Spray will bring life back by texturizing the hair fibre by fibre building strength from the inside out. The hair is supported at the root for weightless and all day volume.

GS Approved: Eric Del Monaco the Official Hair Artist and Colourist for L’Oreal Paris says that one of the top questions women ask him is how to add volume to hair AND maintain it all day. He also says that used together with a proper hair care regimen this product line will help hair look sexy and voluminous all day and night.

Inspiration: I loved Adele’s look at the Grammy’s from her makeup to her hair. She made a huge come back after having surgery you can be sure her gorgeous hair withstood all those after parties!

Beauty Editor: Elaine Atkins

January 2, 2012 in Hair by Denise Wild

I think all of us out there want silky hair, no matter what our natural texture. As a naturally curly haired girl I have learned to embrace my curls (frizz and all!) but there are definitely days when I look to change it up and go straight. Since I’m going against nature I definitely need all the help I can get. A good shampoo is where it starts and Herbal Essences Touchably Smooth Shampoo has a formula that leaves hair smooth and shiny. The built in smoothing serum with a formula containing pink lily and Asian silk extracts is the key to achieving the desired sleek look.

GS Approved: Not only does this shampoo leave your hair feeling silky smooth, it has a great fresh scent that’s not too fruity. The first time I used this stuff the husband and I were standing in a long line up at the grocery store and he sniffed my hair and told me how nice it smelled. Married to a guy that usually doesn’t notice my new perfume, this product definitely gets the thumbs up from me!

Inspiration: Have you seen that new hilarious show Suburgatory? Jane Levy is the shining start and normally sporting curly locks she looks beautiful with a sleeker more polished look for the red carpet.

Beauty Editor: Elaine Atkins

December 14, 2011 in Hair by Denise Wild

I have rarely curled my hair to achieve the look I was going for, either too wound up and curly or too big and loose. Take control over rebellious curls with Marc Anthony Strictly Curls Curl Envy Perfect Curl Cream. No matter what style you want this curl cream delivers, smoothing, softening, and controlling stubborn curls and flat hair. Doubling as a moisturizer to stay on top of fizz control the styler is formulated with shea butter, avocado oil and provitamin B5. Even dry coarse hair can bounce looking and feeling luxuriously soft.

GS approved: Toronto based leader in hair salons and professional hair products, Marc Anthony has cultivated a following including A-listers, Fergie, Ellen Page, Frieda Pinto, and Eva Longoria. With so much credibility, it’s no surprise they pop up at fashionable events and awards shows around the world to style the rich and glamorous.

Inspiration: Going from natural tight curls to pin straight then back to curls, AnnaLynne McCord knows to keep hair hydrated for healthy soft curl. Her loose relaxed curls was lovely paired with the Alice and Olivia velvet gown at the Somaly Mam Foundation Gala back in October.

Beauty Editor: Yanyi Ma

November 3, 2011 in Hair by Denise Wild

If you’re anything like me the thought of the impending winter makes you start to shudder. Cold weather is not my thing! So I try to hold onto summer as long as I can. And now that’s easy with Marc Anthony’s Dream Waves Beach Spray.  From the soft, tousled waves to the beachy coconut scent this spray just screams summer. Whether you have straight, fine strands or already wavy locks this spray creates natural, effortless, beach hair.

GS Approved: Not only does Dream Waves Beach Spray make your hair look great, it also makes it healthier. Hydrolyzed silk and provitamin B5 work together to protect your hair while adding moisture and shine. Meanwhile, powerful UV protectors absorb ultraviolet light to save your locks from sun exposure, dehydration, and colour-fade.

Inspiration: No one perfects the wavy beach hair look like Kate Hudson. No matter the season, Kate’s wavy, golden mane is always looking great (and healthy!).

Beauty Editor: Elizabeth Violette

October 13, 2011 in Hair by Denise Wild

Going into Fall and Winter, the weather tends to be dryer and more harsh on scalp and hair. Add on the wooly hats and scarves and my locks can be an outright mess. Luckily, L’Occitane AROMA Soothing Concentrated Mask from the Aromachology Hair Care collection repairs, moisturizes, and soothes the scalp to combat dry and windblown tresses. Together with calming extracts, the 5 essential oils from chamomile, mandarin, cedar, basil, and lemongrass relieves itching, and protects sensitive scalp for lasting comfort. Microcirculation stimulated by the mask works to decrease inflammation and irritation of the scalp for better hair growth and nourishment.

GS approved: The experts at L’Occitane have got the right idea: get to the root of it! For silky healthy hair give your scalp the nourishment and moisture it needs.

Inspiration: A model’s hair is too often abuse, its flat ironed, curled, teased, pulled back, pinned back, pinned up, and blow dried. Backstage at the 2012 Milan Fashion Week for the last ever D&G runway show, Josephine Skriver’s hair looks like it has had some expert hair therapy, healthy, glowing, and ready for the catwalk

Beauty Editor: Yanyi Ma

October 11, 2011 in Hair by Denise Wild

No one wants limp and lifeless hair but if you have fine hair achieving volume without using a ton of products can be a difficult task. Luckily Yves Rocher Volumizing Hair Spray can help solve this problem. Using organic mallow extract which has properties to cover and coat the hair, fine hair is pumped full of volume with the help of this light hair spray. Your hair is never left feeling clumpy or greasy and you’ll be able to obtain those highly coveted Hollywood hairstyles.

GS Approved: Since 1977 Yves Rocher has grown their own Certified Organic crops on 44 hectares of land in La Gacilly, France. As Harvester, manufacturer and distributor Yves Rocher is able to control the environmental impact their beauty products have on the world.

Inspiration: I love the volume that Carrie Underwood has at the crown of her head. Her hair isn’t too over done the way it is for many country stars. She just looks modern and glamorous.

Beauty Editor: Elaine Atkins

August 16, 2011 in Hair by Denise Wild

I love the sun and all things summer. The warmth of the sun, days at the beach, swimming the weekends away – all of this is definitely what summer is about. Unfortunately all these fun summertime activities can do some major damage to your hair. To bring your locks back to life try a hydrating shampoo like Bain De Terre Coconut Papaya Ultra Hydrating Shampoo. The dirt and oils left on your hair are gently removed without making your hair looking dull or feeling dry. You’re left with silky and hydrated hair that is touchable and soft.

GS Approved: The hair care line by Bain De Terre is fortified with botaniceuticals – botanical ingredients that have been ethically harvested to retain and deliver all the benefits intended by nature.

Inspiration: Emma Stone looks stunning with her shiny gorgeous hair. She’s definitely taking Hollywood by storm – I’m looking forward to seeing her current project Crazy Stupid Love.

Beauty Editor: Elaine Atkins

August 5, 2011 in Hair by Denise Wild

As Canadians we always complain about the weather. In the winter it’s too cold, in the summer it’s too hot.  I for one am NOT going to complain about the heat and the sun since it feels like we get so little of it! The humidity however DOES make hair styling tricky. How do you maintain that perfect textured style without the stickiness of heavy products? An alcohol-free gel such as TRESemmé Ultra Firm Texture Gel works perfectly on short layered and textured styles. Providing all day control and humidity resistance frizziness will not ruin your steamy summer nights.

GS Approved: Affordability is important especially when it comes to our everyday products. TRESemmé is famous for offering professional quality hair care products at prices that still allows us some indulgences every now and then.

Inspiration: Victoria Beckham is one lady that can really rock the short piece-y look! This forever stylish lady recently gave birth to a baby girl – that little girl is sure to be the best dressed kid in town!

Beauty Editor: Elaine Atkins